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Aging in Place Technology: Medication Management & Reminders
I admit it: I often forget to take my fish oil tablet, one of the several tactics my doctor recommends to drive down my bad cholesterol. It’s a fact of life; without constant medication reminders, everyone forgets to take a dose at one time or another. But as we age, the list of medications prescribed by our doctors grows and the number of times per day we have to think about it multiplies. For a growing number of Americans...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Aging in Place Technology: Helping Seniors Stay at Home
Hello and welcome! This column will focus on technology that can help seniors age in place. “Aging in place” refers to the ability to live in one's own home— wherever that might be—for as long, as confidently, and as comfortably possible. Aging in place technologies are the tools that enable seniors to remain in their home of choice, for as long as they choose. Focus on Aging in Place Technology As an industry analyst, I research and advise clients...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Step 1 of Hiring a Homecare Agency: Crucial Questions
There are three basic ways to go about hiring a caregiver. First, you need to decide whether to hire a private caregiver or go through an agency. There are two kinds of homecare agencies: referral and full-service. This article outlines the questions you need to ask if you decide to go the agency route. Gilbert Guide also provides information on hiring private caregivers and working with agencies, along with detailed explanations of the services you can expect from all three...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Homecare Explained: What It Is, What to Expect, How to Pay For it & How to Find It
What It Is Homecare, also known as in-home care, is nonmedical care provided in the client's home. It includes custodial care and assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing and providing medication reminders. Homecare workers are professionally trained caregivers who provide companionship and are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for the person receiving care. What to Expect Homecare can be arranged without a physician's order and is different from home health care, in that caregivers do...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Home Health Care Explained: What It Is, What to Expect, How to Pay For it & How to Find It
What It Is Home health care agencies provide in-home skilled nursing and other home health care services, such as physical and occupational therapy. Home health care agencies are licensed by the state, but must adhere to federal regulations as well. What to Expect Home health must be prescribed by a physician. Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) provide the care, sometimes in conjunction with other health professionals. These providers may also enlist the...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
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